Formlabs Learning Pathways
Welcome to Formlabs Learning Pathways
Using Formlabs Learning Pathways will help you incorporate 3D printing into your workflow. Built to be consumed at your own pace, each Learning Pathway provides a single, easy-to-navigate source for the resources you need to succeed in your application for 3D printing.
Choose your application and learn how to set up a 3D printing workflow that works for you.
Form 3 Onboarding Videos
Take the first steps to successful printing with your Form 3 in this complete video series.
Included Videos:
- Unboxing and Print preparation
- Tank handling instructions
- Guides for making the most of PreForm
- Using the Form Wash and Form Cure
Dental Learning Pathway
A series of resources designed to help you get started with or scale digital dentistry workflows.
Included topics:
- Optimizing dental applications in PreForm
- Using Formlabs Dental Resins
- Guides for printing dental models, surgical guides, splints, and aligners
Jewelry Learning Pathway
Learn how to incorporate 3D printing into your jewelry workflow and efficiently design, print, and cast pieces using the Form 2.
Included topics:
- Unboxing, printing, and post-processing
- Designing for 3D printing and casting
- Digital jewelry making methods and practices
Education Learning Pathway
Learn the basics and find resources to help meaningfully incorporate 3D printing into your classroom or lab.
Included topics:
- Unboxing, printing, and post-processing
- Making 3D models printable
- Implementation advice and curriculum examples
Entertainment Learning Pathway
Learn how to adapt your current skill set to get the most out of your Form 2 for applications like concept design and character art, digital sculpting, and prop and set design.
Included topics:
- Unboxing, printing, and post-processing
- Designing for 3D printing
- Post-processing methods and practical tips from within the industry
Manufacturing Learning Pathway
Improve your production process with techniques and applications that help you bring better products to market faster - from 3D printing jigs and fixtures to making molds for manufacturing validation and small batch production.
Included topics:
- Unboxing, printing, and post-processing
- Mechanical and physical properties to consider when choosing a 3D printing material
- Manufacturing applications and printer management
Engineering Learning Pathway
Adapt your engineering and design skill set to get the most out of 3D printing with these guides, white papers, and videos.
Included topics:
- Unboxing, printing, and post-processing
- Design, fit, and tolerance for 3D printing
- An overview of Engineering Resins and designing multi-material assemblies
Finishing Pathway
A series of resources designed to help you efficiently organize your finishing workflow.
Included topics:
- How to Optimize Part Design for Additive Manufacturing
- Managing Multiple 3D Printers
- Choosing a Solvent for Your Workflow